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PREMIER DR PHOPHI RAMATHUBA HONOURS OUTSTANDING MEN AND WOMEN IN BLUE AT LIMPOPO SAPS 2025 EXCELLENCE AWARDSPOLOKWANE: T...
12/10/2025

PREMIER DR PHOPHI RAMATHUBA HONOURS OUTSTANDING MEN AND WOMEN IN BLUE AT LIMPOPO SAPS 2025 EXCELLENCE AWARDS

POLOKWANE: The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo celebrated its finest during the prestigious 2025 Provincial Excellence Awards held at The Ranch Protea Hotel on Friday, 10 October 2025. The ceremony recognised exceptional service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to public safety by men and women in blue across the province.

The event was officiated by Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba, accompanied by MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Ms Violet Mathye, and Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe. The ceremony drew an esteemed audience of dignitaries, including MEC for Sports, Arts and Culture Mr Funani Jerry Maseko, Right Reverend Dr EJ Lekganyane of the St Engenas Zion Christian Church, Deputy National Commissioner for Policing Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, and several Acting Deputy National Commissioners.

The ceremony began with a moment of silence led by Lieutenant General Hadebe in honour of SAPS members who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. In her address, Hadebe commended officers for their “discipline, service, and dedication to protecting communities” and reminded them that excellence is not only about achievements but also about integrity, professionalism, and compassion.

Lieutenant General Mosikili praised the award recipients as “true examples of resilience and dedication” and urged them to continue setting the standard in policing. Delivering the keynote address, Premier Ramathuba emphasised the importance of collaboration between police, communities, and traditional leaders in combating crime. She also highlighted and celebrated the growing role of women in SAPS, commending their leadership and service across all ranks.

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🏆 2025 EXCELLENCE AWARDS WINNERS

Administration:
• Groundsman (Level 1–4): ML Seloane (Lebowakgomo)
• Constable (Level 5–7): KR Hlokwe (Mopani District & MIC)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): AH Netshivhumbe (Mokopane)
• Team: Provincial HRM & Development – Performance Management (Col. Sambo)

Visible Policing:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): RS Rikhotso (Giyani)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): Mokame (Proactive Policing)
• Team: Sekhukhune District Operational Vispol Team

Detective & Forensic Services:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): MJ Musumuvhi (Masisi)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): KW Nkuna (Vehicle Crime Unit)
• Team: Mopani District Tracking Team

FCS Investigations:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): NJ Rakgoale (Tzaneen FCS)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): MI Mahlane (Tzaneen FCS)
• Team: Tzaneen FCS Team (W/O SS Mathabatha)

Forensic:
• Admin Clerk: P Mashobane (Polokwane LCRC)
• Lieutenant Colonel: C Tambani (Thohoyandou LCRC)
• Team: Polokwane LCRC (W/O MC Nelushi)

Crime Intelligence:
• Employee: Sgt MP Sono (Giyani)
• Team: Provincial Border Security Intelligence Team

🌟 Special Awards
• Senior Admin Manager: Brigadier HB Mashaba (Corporate Communication)
• Senior Crime Detection Manager: Brigadier J Espach
• Senior Policing Manager: Brigadier IM Mhlongo
• Station of the Year: Ohrigstad (Capt TO Nkuna)
• Woman of the Year: Sgt JR Mathebula
• Man of the Year: W/O S Radebe (Modimolle LCRC)
• Sportsman: Const TP Mushaku (POP Burgersfort)
• Sportswoman: Const RN Mathonsi (POP Burgersfort)
• Reservist of the Year: R/Const MP Manyakoane (Waterpoort)
• Person with Disability: PAC J Graham
• CPF of the Year: Mrs MH Nkanyane (Waterberg)

POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT AFTER ALLEGED MOB JUSTICE MURDER IN SESHEGOPOLOKWANE, LIMPOPO – 06 October 2025Police in Seshego, ...
08/10/2025

POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT AFTER ALLEGED MOB JUSTICE MURDER IN SESHEGO

POLOKWANE, LIMPOPO – 06 October 2025

Police in Seshego, under the Capricorn District, have launched a manhunt following the gruesome discovery of a man’s partially burned body near a high school in Extension 75B on Monday morning.

According to the South African Police Service, officers responded to a murder scene at around 08:00, where they found the body of an unknown African male lying on his back next to the road. The victim had visible injuries to the face, and parts of his body appeared to have been set alight. He was wearing a blue T-shirt with the word “Jou” printed on the chest.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the deceased may have been assaulted and burned by community members in what appears to be an alleged mob justice incident. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and the victim’s identity has not yet been confirmed.

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, strongly condemned the act, warning residents against taking the law into their own hands.

“We urge community members to refrain from acts of vigilantism and to allow the justice system to take its course. Mob justice is a serious crime and will not be tolerated,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Police have appealed to anyone with information that could help identify the deceased or locate the suspects to contact Detective Warrant Officer Calvin Magoro at 079 780 3790, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or the nearest police station. Tip-offs can also be submitted anonymously via the MySAPS App.

The investigation continues.

Three Suspects Arrested for Polokwane Business RobberiesPOLOKWANE – Police in Limpopo, working hand-in-hand with their M...
02/10/2025

Three Suspects Arrested for Polokwane Business Robberies

POLOKWANE – Police in Limpopo, working hand-in-hand with their Mpumalanga counterparts, have arrested three suspects believed to be behind a series of business robberies that rocked the Polokwane CBD over the past two months.

The suspects, aged between 39 and 42, were tracked down and arrested during an intelligence-driven operation in Kanyamazane Township, Mpumalanga, on Thursday, 02 October 2025.

Their arrests come after a spate of robberies that targeted well-known stores in Polokwane:
• Pep Store was robbed on 10 August 2025
• Studio 88 was hit on 16 August 2025
• The Groom Shop was robbed on 02 September 2025

In all three incidents, large quantities of clothing and cellphones were stolen.

During the operation, police successfully recovered stolen goods worth an estimated R150,000, including items directly linked to the Polokwane robberies.

The suspects are set to first appear in the Kanyamazane Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 03 October 2025, facing charges of possession of suspected stolen property. They will later be transported to Limpopo and are expected to appear before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 06 October 2025, to face three counts of business robbery.

Limpopo Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, applauded the successful operation, highlighting the importance of collaboration between provinces.

“These arrests demonstrate the effectiveness of joint policing operations across provinces and reinforce our commitment to dealing decisively with organised criminal groups,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Police investigations are continuing, and further arrests have not been ruled out

‼️34-Year-Old Marapong Man Sentenced to Life Plus 15 Years for Rape‼️LEPHALALE:Justice has finally prevailed in Lephalal...
02/10/2025

‼️34-Year-Old Marapong Man Sentenced to Life Plus 15 Years for Rape‼️

LEPHALALE:Justice has finally prevailed in Lephalale after the Regional Court handed down a life sentence plus an additional 15 years to 34-year-old Sammy Mohotsi, who was convicted of ra**ng two young women in separate incidents at Marapong.

The first case dates back to 29 April 2021, when a 19-year-old woman was attacked after leaving a tavern with friends. The accused lured her outside, dragged her to his residence, and r***d her. She later positively identified him during a police pointing-out parade. Mohotsi was arrested on 01 May 2021.

⚠️66-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT IN COURT FOR R**E OF 3-YEAR-OLD⚠️POLOKWANE – A 66-year-old man, Selaelo Justice Mongalo, appeared ...
02/10/2025

⚠️66-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT IN COURT FOR R**E OF 3-YEAR-OLD⚠️

POLOKWANE – A 66-year-old man, Selaelo Justice Mongalo, appeared before the Morebeng Magistrate’s Court today (01 October 2025) after being arrested for the r**e of a 3-year-old child in Springs Village, Botlokwa policing area.

The suspect, a crèche transport driver, allegedly assaulted the child after dropping her home late on Friday, 25 September 2025. The child’s guardian noticed signs of distress, and medical examination confirmed r**e. He was arrested on 29 September by the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) in Polokwane.

The accused has been remanded in custody until 08 October 2025 for a formal bail application.

MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Ms Violet Mathye, and Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Thembi Hadebe, strongly condemned the crime, calling it an attack on the fabric of society. Both vowed that justice would be pursued relentlessly and highlighted the need for stricter checks on individuals entrusted with children’s care.

Investigations are ongoing.

BREAKING NEWS | NATHI MTHETHWA FALLS TO HIS DEATH IN FRANCE FRANCE : South African Ambassador to France & Monaco and for...
30/09/2025

BREAKING NEWS | NATHI MTHETHWA FALLS TO HIS DEATH IN FRANCE

FRANCE : South African Ambassador to France & Monaco and former Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa has died after falling from the 22nd floor of a Paris hotel.

French police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

French media is reporting that the disappearance of Mthethwa was reported by his wife, "who indicated having received a worrying message from him in the evening..."

The 58 - year old was reported Monday afternoon and remained unreachable until Tuesday morning when his body was discovered at Hyatt Hotel in Paris.

GROBLERSDAL R**E SUSPECT SOMANDLA TLAKA (28) REMANDED IN CUSTODYPOLOKWANE: Somandla Tlaka (28), who was arrested for all...
23/09/2025

GROBLERSDAL R**E SUSPECT SOMANDLA TLAKA (28) REMANDED IN CUSTODY

POLOKWANE: Somandla Tlaka (28), who was arrested for allegedly ra**ng a 22-year-old woman along the R33 road in Groblersdal on Monday, 22 September 2025, appeared in court today, Tuesday, 23 September 2025.

The case was remanded in custody until Thursday, 25 September 2025, for the accused to obtain legal representation.

23/09/2025

FORMER BANK EMPLOYEE RACHEL TSAKANI BLOKO (38) APPEARS IN POLOKWANE MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR FRAUD

POLOKWANE: Rachel Tsakani Bloko (38), a former employee of a bank in Polokwane, appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court today, Tuesday, 23 September 2025, facing fraud charges involving R130 000.

The suspect allegedly used the personal credentials of bank clients without their knowledge to apply for personal loans for herself. The victims reportedly only became aware of the loans after the bank notified them of unsettled accounts.

A warrant of arrest was issued, resulting in Bloko’s arrest on Monday, 22 September 2025. The case is being investigated by the Provincial Commercial Crime Investigation Unit.

Bloko was granted R5 000 bail, and the case was postponed to 24 October 2025 for further investigation.

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